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With a Headstart on College, These Students Graduate Early and Debt-free
Eighteen recent Haverhill and Lawrence High School graduates, who are enrolled at Northern Essex Community College this fall, will…
Eighteen recent Haverhill and Lawrence High School graduates, who are enrolled at Northern Essex Community College this fall, will…
Governor Baker Appoints Methuen Business Leader Chair of NECC Board of Trustees
Jennifer A. Borislow, founding principal of Borislow Insurance of Methuen, was recently named chairwoman to the Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees by Massachusetts…
Jennifer A. Borislow, founding principal of Borislow Insurance of Methuen, was recently named chairwoman to the Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees by Massachusetts…
NECC Announces Plans for Spring Semester 2021
Northern Essex Community College’s Spring Semester, which begins Jan 20, 2021, will be almost fully online, according to a recent announcement by college leadership. It’s likely that 90% of courses will be delivered online. Only those courses that require a…
Northern Essex Community College’s Spring Semester, which begins Jan 20, 2021, will be almost fully online, according to a recent announcement by college leadership. It’s likely that 90% of courses will be delivered online. Only those courses that require a…
NECC Opens Lupoli Family Culinary Arts Institute in Haverhill with Noncredit Courses This Fall
The opening of Northern Essex Community College’s Lupoli Family Institute of Culinary Arts this fall will help downtown Haverhill, already…
The opening of Northern Essex Community College’s Lupoli Family Institute of Culinary Arts this fall will help downtown Haverhill, already…
New Certificate Program Trains Professionals to Deal with Childhood Trauma
Working with children and families who have experienced trauma is extremely sensitive and challenging,…
Working with children and families who have experienced trauma is extremely sensitive and challenging,…
NECC Spends Summer Transitioning to Online Delivery
In mid-June, well before most colleges and universities, Northern Essex Community College announced that…
Join Us for NECC’s Virtual Commencement on August 8
On Saturday, August 8 at 11 am, Northern Essex Community College will host…
On Saturday, August 8 at 11 am, Northern Essex Community College will host…
Married Couple Graduate from Nursing School Together
Amanda Assenza and her wife Jennifer of Wilmington, MA have a lot to celebrate…
Amanda Assenza and her wife Jennifer of Wilmington, MA have a lot to celebrate…
NECC Now Registering for Fall
Northern Essex Community College is offering close to 300 credit courses this fall semester, which begins September 9, 2020, and 90 percent…
Northern Essex Community College is offering close to 300 credit courses this fall semester, which begins September 9, 2020, and 90 percent…
NECC Announces Return to Athletics Plan for Fall
The Northern Essex Community College Department of Athletics is pleased to announce its plans for returning to intercollegiate practice and competition…
The Northern Essex Community College Department of Athletics is pleased to announce its plans for returning to intercollegiate practice and competition… Past articles by year
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2025 Student Commencement Speaker Found NECC on his Journey Back to Health
College wasn't always part of the plan for Michael McDougal of Haverhill. Despite being smart and naturally curious, the rigors of high school didn’t suit his learning style. At 16 years old, he dropped out, opting instead to get his… Faculty & Staff »
Two New Staffers Join President’s Office
Northern Essex Community College is proud to welcome two new staff members to roles within the President’s Office. Jennifer Ball will start on May 12 as the new Chief of Staff. Philip DeCologero will step into the newly created Director… Campus & Community »
Two New Trustees Join the NECC Board
Haverhill, MA (May 1, 2025) — The Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees is pleased to welcome two new members. Governor Maura Healey has appointed Zoila Gomez and Juan Yepez to five-year terms. Local immigration… Programs »
Additional State Funding to Support Free Health Care Training Programs
Boston, MA (April 16, 2025) – The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced today that $9.7 million has been awarded through the Community College Nursing Grant to expand workforce training in critical health care professions across Massachusetts. This funding will support noncredit Certified… Events »
Students Inducted into Alpha Beta Gamma National Business Honor Society
Haverhill, MA (April 23, 2025) — Northern Essex Community College business students were recognized for academic excellence and leadership at the 38th annual induction and awards ceremony of the Beta Omicron Chapter of Alpha Beta Gamma. ABG is an international… 
